20 Virtual Holiday Party Ideas For Remote Teams
It’s nearly here – the most wonderful time of the year! The holidays bring out the best side of us, and nothing feels better than indulging in the festive spirit. Getting into the holiday spirit is something that brings so many of us insurmountable joy. When we can spread some holiday cheer, it fills our hearts with gratitude and appreciation for the things and people closest to us. And so, it would only make sense to bring these festive and joyous feelings to our employees, even if we’re working remotely!
Practicing Gratitude And Employee Appreciation At A Distance
Virtual workplaces are on the rise, and we’re just along for the ride! But one thing that should stay the same is our fundamental emphasis on expressing appreciation and recognizing our employees. And the holidays give us the perfect opportunity to do this! Virtual holiday parties allow us to connect with our team members and remote employees, no matter how far away they might be. In-person holiday parties are out, and virtual celebrations are in!
There are many fantastic virtual holiday party ideas out there, but what’s important is finding one that will speak to your employees on a personal level. It’s actually incredibly easy to make your virtual holiday party a fun, enjoyable, and interactive experience! Below is a summary of some of the best ways to celebrate:
| Activity | Goal |
|---|---|
| Virtual magical holiday event | To provide top-quality entertainment and share a laugh. |
| Holiday bake-off | To share cultural holiday cuisine and build lasting bonds. |
| Scavenger hunt | To engage remote team members in an at-home challenge. |
| Gift exchange | To orchestrate a holiday exchange between all remote members. |
Viral Virtual Holiday Party Ideas For Remote Teams
Host A Magical Virtual Event
The holidays are a special time of the year, and celebrating this festive season with your team deserves more than a company email wishing them “the best holiday season”. Your virtual event needs a stellar master of ceremonies. This person will set the tone for the entire holiday party and provide top-quality entertainment to your team. And that’s where corporate emcees come in! You need someone funny, personable, and humorous to leave your employees laughing and give your team memories to carry forever. Comedy is the best way to connect with people. After all, it’s easiest to form bonds with others when we can share a laugh.
Open The Door To Competition Via A Bake-Off!
Everyone knows that holiday and Christmas traditions usually involve food – and a lot of it. Starting with Thanksgiving, the festive season seems to place immense importance on our seasonal meals and the enjoyment that comes with them. So let’s embrace it and treat both our stomachs and our remote employees to the cheer that festive foods can bring! An entertaining and enjoyable way to celebrate the virtual holiday with our team is with a bake-off. Fun and creative challenges make for a great way to share cultural holiday cuisine and build lasting bonds with our team members. And we all know that a virtual holiday party isn’t complete without delicious food!
Listen To A Holiday Playlist Together
There are a few things that can truly remind us of the holiday season. You can enjoy a festive playlist of your team’s favorite seasonal music! Finding the right place to start might be challenging if you’re celebrating holidays remotely, but you can also add to your organization’s holiday traditions by simply getting together for a team holiday dinner via video call.
Additional Festive Ideas
- Remember it’s not a virtual holiday party without excellent, home-cooked food
- Have a virtual at-home scavenger hunt
- Hand out a free holiday vacation day!
- Orchestrate a holiday gift exchange between all your remote team members
